Martin Flood

Spackle is the name for a variety of putty-like compounds that can be used to fill small holes and cracks in walls, ceilings, and trim. Spackling compound is a widely used brand name for spackle, but there are many other brands on the market. Spackle comes in either dry powder form or mixed with water; … Read more

If you’ve ever used wood filler and then left it alone for a few days, you know how frustrating it can be. The putty dries and hardens, making it difficult to sand down later. What if I told you there’s an easy way to revive dried-up wood filler? You can add water or another liquid … Read more

plastic wood filler enthusiasts! You’re looking for a way to fill that ugly crack in your favorite piece of plastic furniture, but you’re not sure if it will work. You’ve heard good things about wood filler and how it can be used on any surface—but is it really safe to use on plastic? The answer … Read more

You’ve got a hole in your wood, and you need to fill it—but what do you use? Your best bet is probably either wood putty or wood filler. Wood putty is made of sawdust and glue, while wood filler is made of sawdust and polymers (plastic). While they may appear similar at first glance, there … Read more

Bondo is a popular brand of polyester resin that’s been used by auto body shops to fill minor dents and scratches on vehicles. It can also be used to fill holes in wood or other materials, such as plastic. The question is: Will Bondo hold screws? And if so, how strong will the bond be? … Read more

Wood filler is a great tool for repairing holes in wood furniture and other cabinets. You can also use wood filler to repair cracks or just cover up blemishes on the surface of your wood. The trouble is if you want to stain your repaired area after using filler, will it show through? If so, … Read more

I’ve been using wood filler for years, and it always seemed like the best way to fill in holes and dents. But lately, I’ve noticed that the wood filler keeps cracking after it dries. What gives? How do you fix cracked wood filler? If you’ve used a putty knife to remove excess filler, use a … Read more

Sanding wood filler is a little tricky. It’s not like sanding your table or chair and you need to know how to do it right. If you wait too long to sand the wood filler, it will harden and then be very difficult to work with. As soon as your project is dry enough for … Read more

If you’ve ever wondered when to use caulk or wood filler, you’re not alone. Many homeowners have tried using caulk as a quick fix for small holes and cracks in their walls, only to find out that it doesn’t work nearly as well as they’d hoped. But don’t worry! We’re here to explain how each … Read more

It’s hard to find a home improvement project that doesn’t involve some kind of caulking or wood filler. But what’s the difference between the two? And when do you use one over the other? Can I use caulk as wood filler? Caulk is not a wood filler. It’s not a gap filler, a screw hole … Read more